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it stays tied. Even so, knot experts argue over whether or
not the figure 8 loop should be finished with a stopper
knot in the working end, a procedure that would elimi-
nate any chance the figure 8 could slip. A stopper can be
added with ease if the working end is left long enough.
Those who argue against the stopper point out that the
figure 8 loop, after being weighted, often proves difficult,
but not impossible, to undo.
Figure 8 Loop: Step 3 Figure 8 Loop: Step 4 LOOPS
Bring the doubled working end up through Tighten slowly by pulling on the loop and the
the original loop. main standing part to create the characteristic
figure 8.
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